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serfdom

noun

/ˈsɜːfdəm/

Meaning

The status or condition of being a serf, bound to work for a lord.

Many peasants in medieval Europe lived under serfdom.

bondage, servitude, slavery, vassalage

freedom, liberty, independence

system of serfdom, abolish serfdom, under serfdom, life of serfdom

A military operation in which a place is surrounded to force its surrender.

a point or level beyond which something does not or may not extend or pass; the greatest amount allo...

Skill and speed in performing tasks with hands or mind; skillfulness and agility.

the part of the body between the neck and the arm

The willingness to take bold risks; boldness or fearlessness.

A single thing, object, or unit, often part of a list or collection.